Solar Photovoltaic Service Technician

Solar Maintenance Pros DBA Solar Negotiators; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Solar Maintenance Pros DBA Solar Negotiators is seeking a Service Technician to assemble, install and maintain solar PV systems, support a senior tech, and provide detailed reports for customers.

Responsibilities include installing panels on roofs, troubleshooting PV and battery systems, reading plans, using hand and power tools, and ensuring weather-sealed, code-compliant installations while communicating professionally with clients.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Vocational or technical training preferred but not required.
• Previous related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Installs solar panels on roofs and other structures.
• Assist in troubleshooting AC & DC electrical systems, identify faults, and determine equipment status.
• Configures PV systems based on site conditions and customers’ needs and expectations.
• Follow building standards and codes when making repairs, process RMAs with the manufacturer.
• Ensures that equipment is weather-sealed.
• Performs routine maintenance on PV systems, cleans modules, and inverters.
• Communicate in a professional manner with clients and handle frustrated clients.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Assist a Senior technician when assigned or required
• Other duties as requested by management.

Skills

PV installation

Troubleshooting PV systems

Reading plans

Hand & power tools

Volt-Ohm meter

Electrical code basics

Education

High school diploma

Vocational/technical training

Tools

Power tools

Voltage tester

Job description

The Service Technician will assemble, install, and maintain solar photovoltaic (PV) systems. He or she is required to support a senior tech, remove, and replace components, and provide detailed reports.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Installs solar panels on roofs and other structures.
• Assist in troubleshooting AC & DC electrical systems, identify faults, and determine equipment status.
• Configures PV systems based on site conditions and customers’ needs and expectations.
• Follow building standards and codes when making repairs, process RMA’s with the manufacturer.
• Ensures that equipment is weather-sealed.
• Performs routine maintenance on PV systems, cleans modules, and inverters.
• Communicate in a professional manner with clients and handle frustrated clients.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Assist a Senior technician when assigned or required
• Other duties as requested by management.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Basic knowledge of PV equipment and battery equipment installation.
• Basic understanding of troubleshooting and commissioning battery systems.
• Basic analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read building plans.
• Ability to use hand and power tools to install PV panels and battery components.
• Basic understanding of the functions and use of a Volt-Ohm meter.
• Basic Understanding of Electrical Code and Conductor Ampacity.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Vocational or technical school training preferred, but not required.
• Previous related experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work at great heights.
• Prolonged periods of kneeling, bending, crouching, and climbing ladders.
• Must be able to lift at least 45 pounds at a time.
• Ability to work in confined spaces such as attics
• Ability to work under stress
• Ability to work in the sun and high heat situations
• Must have a clean driving record